Historical Marker

James Henry O’Rourke

Historical marker location:
Bridgeport, Connecticut
( Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street and South Frontage Road, on the right when traveling north on Broad Street.)
Marker installed: 2010

The first public art museum in the United States was founded in Connecticut. The Wadsworth Atheneum, located in Hartford, opened its doors to the public in 1844.
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